Karnataka Deputy CM Warns of Benefit Cuts for Vote Rigging

✍️ NDTV 🗓 30 Jun 2026, 07:31 PM 👁 3

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has issued a stern warning that individuals involved in electoral malpractices, such as vote manipulation, could face the forfeiture of government benefits.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has announced a strong stance against electoral irregularities. He stated that citizens found engaging in corrupt practices during elections, including the manipulation of votes, risk losing access to government schemes and benefits.